IPL 2025, RCB vs CSK: What will happen if Match 52 at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru is washed out?

The 52nd match of the 2025 Indian Premier League would pit the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) against the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). On May 2, the two teams will play in Bengaluru’s storied M Chinnaswamy Stadium. However, the Garden City’s pre-monsoon showers could pose a significant obstacle to the archrivalry match.

Because of the tiny opening in the Western Ghats mountain ranges, Bengaluru enjoys lovely pre-monsoon rains in addition to sunny summer days, unlike other large cities. Over the past few days, there have been a lot of evening rains at M Chinnaswamy Stadium, which is located in the city centre. One of the factors that led to the installation of the Sub-Air system with an upgraded drainage system was the city’s frequent rainfall.

The likelihood of the match being washed out is low because of the unique technology. The venue’s Sub-Air technology can drain the water faster than any stadium in the nation, even if a severe downpour occurs before it finishes. The US-based Sub-Air company created a 200-horsepower device that has the capacity to remove 10,000 litres of water per minute.

What would happen if the match between RCB and CSK washed out?

After a bright, sunny day, rain falls in Bengaluru due to cloud cover brought on by pre-monsoon winds from the Arabian Sea. The city frequently experiences these showers for a few hours, and occasionally even for a longer duration. Because of its elevation, Bengaluru is prone to rain, which could have an impact on the CSK vs. RCB IPL 2025 match.

The rains in Bengaluru over the past several days have been caused by pre-monsoon winds. The weather forecast indicates that there is a 75% possibility that rain will impact the arch-enemy encounter. Even some overs may be missed if the showers slow down after 8:30 PM, which would ideally result in a postponed start to the game.

In case of a complete washout, both CSK and RCB will share a point each. Since it is a match in the Group Stage, there is no reserve day.

How will a washout affect RCB’s Playoff scenarios in the IPL 2025?

RCB have won 4 of their last 5 matches and are in a purple patch, along with MI. They are one of the favorites to finish the group stage in the first two positions. If the match gets washed out, RCB will get a maximum of one point, despite being the favorites to win the match at home.

On the other hand, CSK, who have already been knocked out of the tournament, have little to nothing to do with the match. It could be a disappointing result for RCB, as they could potentially lose a point they could have won by beating a mediocre CSK team.